Witches Still Live; A Study of the Black Art Today by Kenyon, Theda - 1929

Paris: Saintin, 1816. Hardcover. See Description. 16mo. 78pp. With color frontispiece and 24 plates of handwriting samples from various personages. Contemporary calf back with paste paper boards. Some rubbing along the hinges. Pages clean. Contents include: "1. D'un essai sur l'art de juger les homes sur leurstyle; 2. Des ecritures de Louis XVI, de la reine Marie-Antoinette et du Dauphin, etc.; 3. D'un alphabet curieux des Sourds et Muets avec lequel on peut apprendre en quelques heures a converser avec eux." Includes material on sign language for deaf mutes. [Barbier I, 289 - citing the 1812 ed. Caillet 5197 - citing the 1812 and 1820 editions].

1800 Guyot Occult Physics Illustrated Magic Tricks Illusions MAGIC Lantern 3v

Edme-Gilles Guyot was an 18th-century scientist most-known for his studies on physics and physical magic. He helped establish technology used in phantasmagoria. In his best book, 'Nouvelles Recreations', Guyot describes his experiments on how to perform magic tricks and mathematical phenomena including the famous 'cups and balls' trick. This book caused a lot of discussion on the existence of ghosts, particularly in the use of smoke and mirrors.

This 1800 edition features over 100 illustrated engravings showing the tools and methods used in Guyot's experiments.

Item number: #3799
Price: $750
GUYOT, Edme-Gilles
Nouvelles récréations physiques et mathémathiques, : contenant ce qui a été imaginé de plus précieux dans ce genre et qui se découvre journellement ..
A Paris: a la Librairie, Rue S. André-des-Arcs, 1800.
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1854 1ed Spirit Manifestations Occult Psychology Mesmerism Druids Mediums Dods
John Bovee Dods was a 19th-century philosopher known for his studies and beliefs in spiritualism and mesmerism. One of his best works was 'Spirit Manifestations Examined and Explained' – a series of his lectures on his experiences in the supernatural and spiritual world. Dods claims that the phenomena of the spirit world, while genuine and real, is a result of 'electrical psychology' (a term related to animal magnetism coined by Dods himself).
More specifically in these lectures, Dods covers:
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Involuntary movements and instincts in humans
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Communications of mediums
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Authenticity of the Bible, concerning spiritualism
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Habits and pagan acts by ancient tribes – Druids, Romans, Greeks, etc.
Item number: #16529
Price: $499
DODS, John Bovee
Spirit manifestations examined and explained, Judge Edmonds refuted, or, An exposition of the involuntary powers and instincts of the human mind
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1933 EDGAR ALLAN POE 1ed Tales of Mystery Harry Clarke ART Occult Macabre Horror
"Tales of Mystery and Imagination" is a captivating compilation of Edgar Allan Poe's iconic tales, brilliantly brought to life by the artistry of Harry Clarke. The book uniquely captures the symbiotic relationship between Poe's darkly poetic narratives and Clarke's hauntingly beautiful illustrations. Serving as a remarkable fusion of literary and visual art, Clarke's creations enhance the mystifying and imaginative ambiance that is intrinsic to Poe's work.
This collection curates twenty-nine of Poe's spellbinding tales, each accompanied by Clarke's images that range from ethereal to eerie, echoing Poe's unparalleled prowess in exploring the macabre and the surreal. Notable stories such as "The Pit and the Pendulum,""The Murders in the Rue Morgue,""The Fall of the House of Usher,"and"The Descent into the Maelstrom" are all part of this enticing selection.
Item number: #30678
Price: $599
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1882 Ingoldsby Legends Occult Ghosts Devils Illustrated Cruikshank Abracadabra

"ABRACADABRA!"

A beautiful and attractive 1882 printing of the famous "Ingoldsby Legends." This collection of myths, ghost stories, and poetry was written by R.H. Barham, who is better known by his penname, Thomas Ingoldsby.

These legends were extremely popular from their inception in 1837. While this collection is less popular today than it was in the 19th-century, it does include aspects that are still recognizable – the magic command "Abracadabra" and a version of the children's song Bingo! Other selections in this complete series include:
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The Black Mousquetaire
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Merchant of Venice
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Nell Cook
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Aunt Fanny
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Dead Drummer
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Babes in the Wood
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Raising the Devil
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Of the Old Woman Clothed in Grey
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Smuggler's Leap
This 1882 edition includes 50 illustrations by George Cruikshank, John Leech, John Tenniel, Barham, Du Maurier, and other famous… Read More

1846 1ed Das Kloster Scheible Occult Fairy Tales Superstitions Murner Theuerdank

'Das Kloster' is a 19th-century collection of tales and stories compiled by Johann Scheible. These books are some of the most popular books of occult texts, folklore, fairy tales, superstitions, and famous legends, including the tale of Faust!

This volume, published in 1846, includes Thomas Murner's 'Der Theuerdank'. This work, originally written by Maximilian I, is a German tale Theuerdank's marriage pursuit of Mary of Burgundy and the adventures he encountered along the way. This 'Kloster' edition features impressive illustrations of Theuerdank's journey, including is encounters with demons!

Item number: #8827
Price: $499
SCHEIBLE, Johann
Das Kloster. Weltlich und geistlich. Meist aus der Ältern deutschen Volks-, Wunder-, Curiositäten-, und vorzugsweise komischen Literatur

Stuttgart : Verlag des Herausgebers, 1846.
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1848 1ed Das Kloster Scheible Occult Fairy Tales Superstitions Fischart Flohatz

'Das Kloster' is a 19th-century collection of tales and stories compiled by Johann Scheible. These books are some of the most popular books of occult texts, folklore, fairy tales, superstitions, and famous legends, including the tale of Faust!

This tenth volume, published in 1848, includes Johann Fischart's "Flöhhatz, Weibertratz, Ehezuchtbüchlein, podagrammisch Trostbüchlein". Fischart was a 16th-century German satirist whose 1573 book describes a bizarre battle between a woman and fleas!

Item number: #8828
Price: $499
SCHEIBLE, Johann
Das Kloster. Weltlich und geistlich. Meist aus der Ältern deutschen Volks-, Wunder-, Curiositäten-, und vorzugsweise komischen Literatur

Stuttgart : Verlag des Herausgebers, 1848.
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VI, 1184, [8]
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1832 Bauder Spiritual Mirror Bizarre Emblems Devils Satan Occult Demons Macabre

"Here you will see the impenitent sinner lying on his death bed; his body racked with pain; his mind filled with fears and frightful forebodings; he looks at death with dread, and fear."
­– Bauder, Spiritual Mirror, no. viii

A rare edition of Peter Bauder's "Spiritual Mirror" and illustrated devotional book filled with image associations. This American adaptation of popular European 'emblemata' covers the results of sin in a Christian's life. The figures depict devils, death, sinful acts, and Satan himself. Much of this book appears to be written as a 'scare tactic' as each section divulges the consequences for sin.

Illustrated by William Cammeyer, this book includes 10 full-page, detailed images.
Item number: #17513
Price: $499
BAUDER, Peter
The Spiritual mirror, or looking-glass : exhibiting the human heart as being either the temple of God, or habitation of devils : exemplified by a series of ten engravings :… Read More

1866 Ingoldsby Legends Ghost Stories Occult Leech Tenniel Cruikshank ART
Under the penname Thomas Ingoldsby, R.H. Barham wrote the, now famous, 'Ingoldsby Legends.' This work is collection of myths, ghost stories, fables, and poetry. Immediately popular, these "legends" would go onto be read and reprinted well over a century. Illustrated by the beloved John Leech, John Tenniel, and George Cruikshank, this collection includes famous tales such as The Spectre of Tappington, The Witches' Frolic, The Jackdaw of Rheims, Aunt Fanny, The Smuggler's Leap, and much more!
Item number: #40339
Price: $550
INGOLDSBY, Thomas (BARHAM, Richard Harris)
The Ingoldsby Legends or Mirth and Marvels
London: Richard Bentley, 1866. Carmine Editon.

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